Reflections

It was about this time last year that I turned in my resignation from the hospital I had worked at as an RN for thirteen years, closing the door on a significant stage of my life while creaking open another with possibilities.

No longer a practicing nurse, I had to embrace the difficult words I’d been avoiding for years, “I’m a writer!” Or, how I started the year, “I stay home with the kids now…and…um…I’m writing books.” Cue strange apologetic/hopeful smile.

In some ways I can’t believe it’s been a whole year, but in others, it seems a long time ago. I’ve coasted on the highs of writing contests, the thrill of getting a literary agent, and the hope of what the future might bring. But more than that as I look back on each step along my path, I see God’s knowing hand already ahead of me.

When I turned in my notice, I had no idea how being home with a flexible schedule this year would become so important or how my mom would need me.

But, God provided.

Phillipians 4:19 And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.

Proverbs 16:9  In their hearts humans plan their course, but the LORD establishes their steps.

So as I look to the hopes of a new year, I thank God for providing for the last one, even before I needed it.

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